Employment Rights Increase in Northern Ireland
· WOWERI
From April 6, 2026, limits for certain awards increase. This change affects decisions of industrial tribunals and other bodies.
Introduction
From April 6, 2026, the Employment Rights (Increase of Limits) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026 comes into effect. This Order increases the limits for certain awards of industrial tribunals, the Fair Employment Tribunal or Labour Relations Agency, and other amounts payable under employment legislation.
Key Changes
- Increase in limits for certain awards
- Changes in the procedure for considering cases of industrial tribunals
Impact on Workers
These changes may affect workers who apply to industrial tribunals or other bodies to resolve disputes related to employment rights.
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Source: legislation.gov.uk